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New Graduate Recruitment Conference 2026: Transforming Student Insight into Actionable Hiring Strategies

The landscape of recruitment is evolving rapidly, as companies grapple with the challenges of hiring in today’s competitive market. One Career, a service specializing in new graduate hiring, has teamed up with Benesse i-Career, which operates the Doda Campus online platform, to co-host the "New Graduate Recruitment Conference 2026 Winter" on January 28 and 29, 2026. This online event aims to delve deep into the theme of "Understanding Students" and will provide valuable insights that companies can leverage for effective recruitment strategies.

Background of the Event

In recent years, the difficulties in hiring have underscored the importance of truly understanding students. This understanding has become crucial due to factors such as Japan's declining birthrate and evolving career perspectives among younger generations. With the values and decision-making processes of students becoming increasingly diverse, traditional recruitment methods are often inadequate. The effectiveness of hiring strategies increasingly hinges on companies' abilities to grasp the real experiences and expectations of students.

This year, the anticipated fourth collaboration between One Career and Benesse i-Career will feature an array of student insights and survey data, along with opportunities for candid discussions between employers and students. The conference is designed to inspire innovative recruitment practices, reflecting the insights gained from the event into concrete actions in talent acquisition and development.

Conference Details

• - Event Name: New Graduate Recruitment Conference 2026 Winter - Transforming the Current Student Experience into Actionable Recruitment Strategies
• - Organizers: One Career and Benesse i-Career
• - Date: January 28 (Wed) to January 29 (Thu), 2026, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (tentative)
• - Format: Online streaming (pre-registration required)
• - Target Audience: HR and recruitment professionals from companies and organizations
• - Participation Fee: Free
• - Registration Method: Interested participants can sign up via the official event page here.

Program Structure

The conference will feature a total of 24 programs across two days, split into basic and advanced sessions. The first day will address foundational topics such as understanding students' current perspectives and the latest recruitment trends, while the second day will provide advanced insights into how to effectively apply these learnings to a company’s recruitment efforts. Please note that speakers, themes, and timelines are subject to change.

• - Day 1 (January 28, 2026): Basic (Beginner Level)
• - Day 2 (January 29, 2026): Advanced (Advanced Level)

Early Bird Registration Benefits

Participants who register by January 23, 2026, will receive exclusive access to archived videos from the popular sessions at the "New Graduate Recruitment Conference Autumn 2025." These sessions include:
1. How Does Improving Candidate Experience (CX) Transform Recruitment? Tips on Effectively Increasing Student Aspirations
2. "Next Steps" for HR and Recruitment Professionals - Four Skill Sets to Enhance Your Career

Company Profiles

One Career

One Career's mission is to create unique career pathways for individuals based on the idea that each person has a distinct career. Headquartered in Shibuya, Tokyo, this company offers a comprehensive platform harnessing data related to career choice, providing three core services:

• - New recruit support service “One Career” (for students)
• - New graduate recruitment service “One Career” (for companies)
• - Career transition and mid-career recruitment service “One Career Career Change”

Additionally, One Career aims to innovate the recruitment market by centralizing career data, enabling companies to adapt to a diverse world. Visit One Career for more information.

Benesse i-Career

Established in April 2015, Benesse i-Career is a joint venture between Benesse Holdings and Persol Career. The company focuses on supporting university education, aiding student employment transitions, and providing recruitment support to businesses. By combining educational services for university students with new graduate employment support, Benesse i-Career aims to connect learning and working, ensuring students encounter workplaces conducive to their talents. Learn more about Benesse i-Career.

The New Graduate Recruitment Conference 2026 Winter promises to be an enlightening experience for those involved in recruitment. It sets the stage for a forward-thinking dialogue on how to effectively harness student insights for innovative hiring practices. Don't miss this opportunity to transform your recruitment strategies!